2008 Cadillac XLR vs. 2008 Holden Caprice

To start off, both 2008 Cadillac XLR and 2008 Holden Caprice were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac XLR (320 HP) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Holden Caprice. (278 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2008 Holden Caprice.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Holden Caprice. (350 Nm). This means 2008 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Holden Caprice.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Cadillac XLR 2008 Holden Caprice
Make Cadillac Holden
Model XLR Caprice
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4565 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 320 HP 278 HP
Torque 420 Nm 350 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 9.9 L/100km


 

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